Health Economics Unit
Using data, analytics and evaluation to improve health and care.
Who we are What we doOur specialist services
Evidence generation
Understanding whether new care pathways and interventions are effective, efficient, and deliver value for money.
Population health management
Using allocative efficiency techniques and population health analytics to improve value and deliver the best care possible.
Advanced analytics
Using advanced techniques in machine learning, data science and causal inference to understand the biggest questions in health.
Consultancy
Sharing our vast knowledge to develop NHS capability through training, research design advice and quality assurance.
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Training humans to train AI
28 January 2026
It’s no news that artificial intelligence is changing the way we work. Although it has huge potential in making tasks easier, if used incorrectly AI can waste more.
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International knowledge sharing with the World Bank
13 November 2025
What can other countries learn from the NHS? And what can we learn from our international counterparts? The Health Economics Unit was proud to host the World Bank.
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Join our outstanding team as a Senior Health Economist
17 October 2025
Do you have a passion for improving healthcare? For helping system leaders make better decisions using data? Do you want to help shape the future of the NHS?
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